We were lucky enough to book with Captain Billy on his excellent boat for a whale-watching tour. It was so fantastic to be on a boat with only six people on the tour! THAT is the way to go. We saw bears onshore and because we were a smaller vessel, were able to get pretty close! We saw many, many seals, seal lions, otters, whales and surprise Orca's really close off of our bow! (I was not quick enough to get the video, but my husband did! Amazing) Captain Billy is hospitable and knowledgeable. He packs snacks and water for his guests. I so very highly recommend him.